WA powerlifters Ben Wright and Nang Nguyen have both medalled at the recent National Powerlifting Championships in Queensland.
The pair – who both hold WAIS scholarships – finished in the top three behind competition winner and Paralympian Abede Fekadu.
Wright successfully lifted a 180kg press, whilst Nguyen was clean at 140kg.
In 2014, Wright made his Commonwealth Games debut, competing for Australia in Glasgow – finishing in tenth place.
Both athletes will attempt qualification for the Australian Paralympic Team for next year’s Games in Rio.
Former WAIS athlete and retired powerlifter Darren Gardiner was a medallist in the event at the 2008 Beijing Paralympic Games, whilst also representing Australia at the London Games in 2012.
An Instagram clip of Ben Wright’s lift can be viewed here.
An Instagram clip of Nang Nguyen’s lift can be viewed here.
